42 10 3064 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0268 Title A name given to the resource Jon Norstog papers, 1903-1951 Description An account of the resource Clippings and articles about and by Norstog and five issues of "Dolen," a journal of poetry written and published by him. Norstog was a Norwegian-born author and farmer at Watford City, North Dakota. "Writing in the Sand, the Enigma of Jon Norstog," by Ronald Vossler, in "North Dakota Horizons," Summer 1979; and "Dakota-dikteren Jon Norstog," by Carl Soyland, "Nordisk Tidende," November 20, 1941. Erik Williamson's Master of Theology thesis, "Jon Norstog, Norwegian-American Author and Lay Theologian (1877-1942)," 1977, is on file at Luther Seminary, St. Paul. Contents include: <ul> <li>Books, 1903-1941</li> <li>Journal and clippings, 1908-1951 <ul> <li>"Telemark historie," nr. 2l, pp. 133-155, "Jon Norstog, 'spørgsmaalstegnet i norsk-amerikansk litteraur "' by Orm Øverland. Also, Øverland's "The Western Home" (NAHA, 1996), chapter 20. In "Telemark historie" 1987, pp. 61-70, "Jon Norstog: telemarking, norskdomsforkjempar, bladmann og diktar i det norske Amerika" by Arne Sunde (partial photocopy included here).; section on Norstog from Peter Hallaraaker, "The nynorsk language in the U.S.", pp. 108-112; Sunde, Arne. "Jon Norstog - telemarking, norskdomsforkjempar, bladmann og diktar i det norske Amerika" ("Telemark Historie" no. 8 (1987) pp. 61-70 (photocopy); See in library collection: "Telemark Historie," 1988, pp. 148-151, "Jon Norstog: præriediktaren fraa Byrtegrend i Mo," by Olav Skaalen. 1908 1951</li> </ul> </li> <li>"Writing in the Sand…" by Ronald J. Vossler, 1979 </li> </ul> Location: 1/B/5 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Norstog, Jon Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1903-1951 Language A language of the resource English Norwegian Extent The size or duration of the resource. 0.8 cubic feet (2 archives boxes) Subject The topic of the resource Erichsmoen, Brodre Olsness, Sveinong Aasmundson Lyngstad, John Hydle, Sjur Lesteberg, O. Monson, Ingvar Williston (N.D.) Hanson, Harald Skovholt, Hilmar Aaen, Morten Converse, Charles C. Norstog, Jon Type The nature or genre of the resource Clippings Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0271 Title A name given to the resource Norwegian Americans in politics articles, 1903-1951 Description An account of the resource Brochures, clippings, speeches, and articles that treat Norwegian Americans in politics. Includes: <ul> <li>Articles on Individuals. Including O.S. Aaker, Nils Boe, Albert Daley, Harlan Hagen (Californina), Nils B. Haugen, Sen. La Follette, Ole Naglestad, Archer Nelsen, W.B. Overson, Paul A. Preus, Sverre Roang, O.O. Sageng, Henry O. Talle, and James Thompson. 1892-1994</li> <li>Asle J. Grønna (& family). 1908-1965</li> <li>Scandinavians in Minnesota Legislature. 1870-1933</li> <li>Scandinavians in North Dakota Legislature. 1905-1922</li> <li>Scandinavians in South Dakota Legislature. 1906-1925</li> <li>Thorson, Playford V. "Scandinavians in Politics in North Dakota." 8 p., typescript (accompanying letter dated May 7, 1982). 1982 1982</li> </ul> Rokke Name Index: Daley, Albert Foss, Louis O. Naglestad, Ole Nelsen, Ancher Overson, W. B. Roang, Sverre Youngdahl, Luther W. Haugen, Gilbert N. Hanson, Alexander D. Hallick, George Flamer, I. J. Garden, E. L. Kraabel, Anton T. Jensen, O. L. Johnson, Thomas Nelson, Steen H. Nelson, O. G. Halaas, E. T. Boe, Nils Scandinavian Republican League Thorson, Martin Svenson, Iver Sorlie, Oscar J. Peterson, Albert Westby, Simon, (1876-) Spoonheim, Erling K. Midgarden, Gundar Stavens, G. H. Sorley, John A. Tufte, T. E. Syvertson, Ole Johnson, C. A. Ueland, L. A. Haugen, Arne P. Oveson, John Skandinaviske Republikanske Liga Stafne, Erik A. Stade, Andrew J. Ramsett, K. S. Tofsrud, O. T. Swenseid, A. R. Hegge, O. I. Anderson, John M. Anderson, O. P. N. Anderson, Bernt Dyste, John H. Brotnov, K. O. Aaker, O. S. Schoyen, David Monrad Sageng, Ole O., (1871-1963) Location: 1/B/5 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1903-1951 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 0.4 cubic feet (1 archives box) Type The nature or genre of the resource Pamphlets Clippings Language A language of the resource English Norwegian Subject The topic of the resource Politicians Access Rights Information about who can access the resource or an indication of its security status. Access Rights may include information regarding access or restrictions based on privacy, security, or other policies. This collection is open to research. https://norwegianamericanhistory.org/catalog/files/original/b5c32572f2117a46c3fdb39c0df6ce8a.pdf bd0691969a7bb5c9234e80aa9db32376 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Finding aid to the Norse American Centennial Daughters of St. Paul papers, 1922-1994 PDF Text Text Collection Name: Norse American Centennial Daughters of St. Paul papers, 1922-1994 Collection Number: P0275 Extent: 0.4 cubic feet (1 archives box) Abstract: Articles, brochures, clippings, correspondence, and reports of a Norwegian-American society organized in 1925 following the Norse American Centennial celebration in Minneapolis of that year. It has supported the Minnesota Leif Erikson Monument Association, entertained visiting royalty from Norway, and promoted library, music, museum, and welfare projects. Box 1 1 1 1 1 Folder 2 3 4 5 6 Description 1925 Celebration, 1973-1994 Correspondence, 1922-1945 Brochures and reports, 1925-1944 Articles and reports, 1925-1944 Merit Award luncheon honoring Delores Celeste Smaaladen King, 1997 April 7 Includes program, letters and photos. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0275 Title A name given to the resource Norse American Centennial Daughters of St. Paul papers, 1922-1994 Description An account of the resource Articles, brochures, clippings, correspondence, and reports of a Norwegian-American society organized in 1925 following the Norse American Centennial celebration in Minneapolis of that year. It has supported the Minnesota Leif Erikson Monument Association, entertained visiting royalty from Norway, and promoted library, music, museum, and welfare projects. Select materials have been digitized and are available online <a href="https://nac.omeka.net/collections/show/7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. Location: 1/B/5 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1922-1994 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 0.4 cubic feet (1 archives box) Subject The topic of the resource Norse American Centennials Daughters of St. Paul Norse-American Centennial (1925 : Hamline, Saint Paul, Minn.) Leif Erikson Minnesota Norwegian clubs Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Brack, Josephine (Mrs. O.I. Of St. Paul) Henrikksen, Jorunn via Dale Hovland. Dropped off April 21, 2016. Type The nature or genre of the resource Correspondence Reports Clippings Pamphlets https://norwegianamericanhistory.org/catalog/files/original/56511bf47c003b09367a3e15904e7d5a.pdf 63a8a8bebc2167b87afee05f955ec2b7 PDF Text Text Collection Name: Norwegian Clubs of Chicago collection, 1914-1997 Collection Number: P0278 Extent: 2.8 cubic feet (7 archives boxes) Scope and Content: Papers of a large number of Chicago organizations: art, athletic, dance, social, student, and theater. Access Rights: This collection is open to research. Bibliographic Citation: [Indicate the cited item here]. Norwegian Clubs of Chicago collection. Norwegian American Historical Association, Northfield, Minnesota. Box Folder Description 1 1 Foreningen Eikundasund, 1911, 1925 Photocopies. 1 2 Irving Park Woman's Club, 1978-1979 Photocopy. 1 3 Miscellaneous Includes: Norwegian-American newspaper clippings, 1909-1938; "Bondeungdomslagets: Aarfest," undated; "The Nordic Philharmonic Orchestra," North Park College Auditorium, 1962; Copy of Norwegian-American newspapers, 1872-1873, 1893); List of Organizations, undated; Correspondence from the Bjornstjerne Bjornson Lodge on the purchase of a building in Chicago, 1973; Copy of Norwegian-American newspaper, 1927; List of Organizations and Clubs, 1987; List of Club Houses, Halls, Groves, & Parks, (1987); The Fidelis Club Presents "A Night in Scandinavia," 1938; Nordic Law Club Notice, 1943; "Den Norske Kafe, "The Sandwich Center of Chicago," 1934; Norwegian-American P.E.N Club Organisert i Chicago, 1929; Photograph of Sheriff Richard J. Elrod being given a plaque by Russ Holmquist, Chairman of the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce, 1974; Announcement of Scholarship Dinner Dance held by the Scandinavian American Government Association, 1970; Norwegian-American newspaper clipping, undated; Concert Program for "The Young Ladies Glee Club" of the Chicago Gospel Tabernacle, 1938; Turnersværta, 1924, 1903; and "Putriare," 1907. 1 4 Chicago Nordmannsforbundet Transcript of speech given at the spring meeting of the Chicago Chapter of the Norsmen's Federation, 1983; Nordmann's-Forbundet Chicago Chapter Fiftieth Anniversary Banquet program, 1984; and Nordmann's-Forbundet Chicago Chapter Fiftieth Anniversary book, 1984. 1 5 Norske Læseforening (Norwegian Reading Society) Includes: Photocopy of newspaper clipping, 1943; "Love for Den Norske Læseforening", 1898; Photocopy of "Den Norske Læseforening," undated; "Den Norske Læseforening: 1928-1943," two copies, 1943; and Attendance record, 1914-1923. 1 6 Norske Studentersamfund Includes: "Chicago Norske Studenter Samf: Teateraften," 1930; newspaper clippings, 1919-1922, 1931-1932, 1936; and copy of newspaper, 1927. 1 7 Norwegian American Athletic Association Includes: Correspondence from Janice Sola, corresponding Secretary, 1975; "The Great Scandinavian Valentine Ball," invitation, 1991; "Salutes the Mid-West Princess," 1962, 1963; 75th Anniversary Souvenir Program, 1960; 70th Anniversary Souvenir Program, 1955; 80th Anniversary Souvenir Program, 1965; "The Norwegian-American A.A presents Sonja Henie: World's Amateur Champion Figure Skater," program, 1934; article on the Chicago Mustangs, undated; Norwegian American Athletic Association Fiftieth Anniversary Review," 1935; "Gymnastik og Idrett" article by Dr. H.A. Eckers, 1929; and Copy of Scandinaven, 1929. 1 8 Norwegian Folk Dancers of Chicago Includes: Photographs,undated; and Second Annual Norwegian Mid-West Princess Contest, 1966. 1 9 Norwegian Old Settlers Society Includes two photographs, 1890. 1 10 Norwegian Turning Society Includes clippings, 1895, 1908; Copy of newspaper, 1869; "Prämie Koncert," 1873; The Norwegian-American Gymnastic Union Third Turnfest, 1900; and copy of newspaper, 1925) 1 11 Norwegian Woman's Club Includes: Income list, 1915; Photocopy of certificate honoring Dr. Helga Ruud, undated; clipping, 1942; A History of The Norwegian Woman's Club of Chicago, 1942; 50-Year History Highlights of The Norwegian Woman's Club: 1914-1964, 1964; Newspaper clipping, 1977; The Norwegian Woman's Club pamphlet, 1979; The Norwegian Woman's Club pamphlet, 1914; Anniversary Luncheon program, 1989; Anniversary Luncheon program, 1994; The Norwegian Woman's Club handbook, 1990; correspondence, 1994; and The Norwegian Woman's Club handbook, 1940. 1 12 Haugesunds Foreningen "Karmsund" Includes photocopy of Souvenir Program of Haugesunds Society "Karmsund" of Chicago," Chicago Norske Club, 1939; Photocopy of Norwegian journal on "Karmsund," 1919; and "Foreningen "Karmsund"s, 1922. 1 13 Scandinavian American Cultural Society Includes Scandinavian American Cultural Society "News," Arlington Heights, 1980-1983. 1 14 Scandinavian Club Includes: Scandinavian Club Calendars. Arlington Heights, 1981-1982; and "Children's Christmas Party" announcement, 1981. 1 15 Scandinavian Union Includes copy of Norwegian-American newspaper on the "Scandinavian Union," 1855. 1 16 Sons of Norway Summer Home Association Includes: Sons of Norway Summer Home Association By-Laws, undated; Invitation, undated; Newsletter to members, 1977; Correspondence to a member, 1980; Sons of Norway Summer Home Association, Inc. Profit and Loss Statement, 1967; and Membership Lists, undated, 1977. 1 17 Sons of Norway Torske Klub Includes correspondence between Odd Lovoll and secretary David Cornwell, 1997; Meeting notice, 1997; Torske Klub Board Members, 1997; Dinner Meeting Agenda, undated; 25th Anniversary of the Sons of Norway Torske Klub program, 1985; and membership list, 1997. 1 18 Thora (Skand. Kvindeforening, founder 1884) Includes copy of newspaper on "Thora," 1904. 1 19 "Vala" Læseforening Includes copy of newspapers on "Vala," 1904. 1 20 Vossing Emigration Society newspaper clipping, 1857 2A 1 Chicago Norske Klub invitations Includes: Photocopy of Constitution and By-Laws, circa 1920; Photocopy of "Fortieth Anniversary Greetings,” circa 1930; Invitation to 17th of May festival, undated; Ten Invitations and Announcements, 1919; Announcement of "Informal Congress and Re-Union," 1917; Invitation to celebration, 1911; Seven Invitations and Announcements, 1910; Four Invitations and Announcements, undated; Invitation, 1926; Christmas Tree Party announcements, 1926, 1933, 1937; Invitation, 1939; Three invitations, 1965; Invitation, 1966; Invitation, 1967; Invitation, 1971; and Invitation, 1970. 2A 2 Chicago Norske Klub Ladies' Auxiliary Includes: Rules and Regulations, 1959; Announcements of death, 1952-1961; Invitations, undated; Correspondence, 1917; Photocopies of newspaper clippings and other documents, 1916-1924; "Revyvise," 1921; and Announcement of meeting, 1961. 2A 3 Chicago Norske Klub yearbooks, 1922-1930 2A 4 Chicago Norske Klub programs, 1919-1971 2A 5 Chicago Norske Klub reports, 1917-1980 2A 6 Chicago Norske Klub building Includes: Information on the building, undated; Announcement of purchase of building by the Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson Lodge, Sons of Norway, 1971; Historical Sketch, 1917; Fortieth Anniversary Greetings, 1930; and clipping, 1983. 2A 7 Chicago Norske Klub correspondence, 1924-1970 Includes "May 17th Party," undated and reservation list for Chicago Norske Klub, 1973. 2A 8 Chicago Norske Klub concerts and programs Includes: "Kjærlighetens Tragedie," undated; The Northern Concert Orchestra, undated; Concert, August Werner, Pearl Gran, and Reidar Haugan, undated; Koncert i Chicago Norske Klub, undated; Photocopies of "Paa Almindelig Opfordring," 1916; Liberty Festival Program, 1918; "The Juniors Will Entertain," 1919; Photocopy of Miss Fearless and Company, 1921; Orkester, 1922, 1924; The Ladies Auxiliary of the Chicago Norske Klub, 1922; "Seventeen," 1925; Bergljot Raaen, Oplesningsaften, 1934; Programme of Entertainment, 1941; Two copies of "Grieg 100 Aars Jubileumsfest," 1943; The presentation of The Order and The Cross of St. Olaf, 1954; Translation from Norwegian of the Diploma of the Order of St. Olav, 1954; Invitation, "Tore Segelcke,” 1956; "Tore Segelcke" programs, 1956; Norwegian document, undated; Sangbog, undated; Reisen till vinlandene, undated; Royal Anniversary Concert, 1975; "Herremiddag," 1969; and Eightieth Anniversary Dinner and Ball program, 1970. 2A 9 Chicago Norske Klub art exhibits Includes: "The Chicago Norske Klub Collection: A catalog of the art at Norway Center," circa 1982; "An evening in the Old Chicago Norske Klub, 1982; Announcement of art exhibition, 1926; newspaper clippings, undated, 1926; Invitation to Karl Ouren Memorial Exhibit, undated; Photocopies of correspondence and documents relating to art exhibits, 1950; and Chicago Norske Klub: 1890-1950. 2A 10 Chicago Norske Klub clippings, 1919-1983 2A 11 Chicago Norwegian Theatre Includes: Bondeungdomslaget, Chicago, Edward Drabløs, undated; Newspaper clippings, 1938, 1947, 1949; "De Unges Forbund,” 1938; "Aapningsforestilling - Folkefest: De Ungest Forbund," 1938-1939; "Norge Venter," 1943; 10 Aars Jubileums Teateraften og Dans program, 1948; "Bryllupsfesten," 1950; Teateraften og Dans program, 1954-1956; By-Laws of the Chicago Norwegian Theater, 1941; Correspondence, 1938, 1941, undated; Kallana I Oladalen, undated; Jeppe paa Berget eller Bonden som vart Baron, undated; and "Forbud-eller ka vet me," undated. 2A 12 Chicago Norske Klub Dramatiske Selskab Includes: "Chicago Norske Klub Dramatiske Selskab," undated; Invitation, 1919; "C.N.Ks. Dramatiske Selskab," undated; Announcements, undated; "Sy og Strikkegrupperne," undated; C.N.K Dramatiske Selskab programs, 1919-1931; volume on C.N.K's Dramatiske Selskab, undated; Newspaper clipping, 1932. 2A 13 Norwegian-American Theater clippings, 1844, undated 2A 14 Norske Dramatiske Forening Includes: Frams Dramatiske Selskab, 1900; Newspaper clippings, undated, 1905, 1906, 1908, 1928. 2A 15 Norwegian Sharpshooters, undated, 1900 2B 1 Chicago Norse Klub scrapbook, 1917-1940 2B 2-3 Chicago Norske Klub membership list, undated 2B 4 Chicago Norske Klub membership Includes: Death announcement cards, 1949-1967; Newspaper clipping, 1982; Correspondence to members, 1960; List of positions held by a Winther Busch, circa 1930; two membership cards, undated; Membership list, 1939, 1951, 1960; Membership Directory, 1966; Membership list, undated. 2B 5-7 Minutes, protocols, and accounts, 1914-1915, 1918-1924 3 Medlems-Fortegnelse, 1911-1914 3 Entertainment Committee report by Rolf Rosenlund, 1929 3 Chicago Norske Klub finance committee's report, 1933 3 Chicago Norske Klub Finans-Sekretærens journal, 1914-1922 3 1 Chicago Norske Klub anniversaries, 1910, 1950, 1965, 1970 3 2 Chicago Norske Klub 60th anniversary scrapbook, 1970-1971 3 3 Chicago Norske Klub constitution Includes: "Love og Regler," 1907; Constitution & By-Laws, 1922, 1925, 1954; Sangbog, undated; Proposed Revised Constitution and By-Laws, undated; Constitution, undated; Proposed Amendments to the Constitution and By-Laws, undated; Announcement of Proposed Change of By-Laws, 1950; Correspondence, undated; Chicago Norske Klub, 1890-1930; and B.B. Bulletin, 1984. 4 Chicago Norske Klub minutes, 1913-1914 4 Chicago Norske Klub Financial secretary book, 1924 4 Chicago Norske Klub Finans-Sekretærens Protokol, undated 5A-5B Chicago Norske Klub, 1948-1965, 1976 Approximately 1100 stereo slides taken by Rolf Grondahl between 1948-1965, and 1976. Many social events are captured, including: club anniversaries, picnics, holiday and themed parties, and more. Hawaiian night and cocktail gatherings, and the 1965 royal visit of Crown Prince Harald. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Finding aid to the Norwegian Clubs of Chicago collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0278 Title A name given to the resource Norwegian clubs of Chicago collection, 1914-1997 Description An account of the resource Papers of a large number of Chicago organizations: art, athletic, dance, social, student, and theater. Digital collections available online <a href="https://flic.kr/s/aHsmUdEHuG">here</a>. Location: 1/B/5-1/B/6, 68A5 (Box 5B), 68B4 (Box 5A) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1914-1997 Subject The topic of the resource Chicago (Ill.) Language A language of the resource English Norwegian Extent The size or duration of the resource. 2.8 cubic feet (7 archives boxes) Access Rights Information about who can access the resource or an indication of its security status. Access Rights may include information regarding access or restrictions based on privacy, security, or other policies. This collection is open for research. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. [Indicate the cited item here]. Norwegian Clubs of Chicago collection. Norwegian American Historical Association, Northfield, Minnesota. https://norwegianamericanhistory.org/catalog/files/original/bd9c4207e30d6240b978c89b97953654.pdf 40fc5fd78062d8f6bd30b50a0ae2b3bc PDF Text Text Collection Name: Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago records, 1899-2011 Collection Number: P0279 Extent: 2.0 cubic feet (5 archive boxes) Biography/History: Det Litterære Samfund, also known as the Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago (DeLiSa), was a cultural and literary organization established by Norwegian Americans in Chicago during the early twentieth century. Created within one of the largest Norwegian-American communities in the United States, the society served as a hub for preserving and promoting Norwegian language, literature, and cultural identity. Its activities included lectures, literary programs, and the publication of Norden, a journal featuring poetry, essays, and creative writing by Norwegian-American authors. Active primarily from the 1920s through the late twentieth century, DeLiSa provided a gathering place for immigrants and their descendants to engage with their heritage and foster community life in an urban immigrant setting. The organization’s records document its leadership, programs, membership, publications, and its role in sustaining Norwegian-American cultural expression in Chicago. Scope and Content: Papers of a literary society generally known as DeLiSa (Det Litteraere Samfund). Includes programs; clippings; secretarial, financial, and library records; manuscript volumes which were the genesis of the yearbook "Forum" (1925-1926) and the literary journal "Norden" (1928-1933) published by the society; as well as copies of the Forum and some scattered issues of "Norden." Access Rights: This collection is open to research. Bibliographic Citation: [Indicate the cited item here]. Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago Records. Norwegian American Historical Association, Northfield, Minnesota. Box Folder Description 1 1 Constitution, by-laws, song. "Delisas Sang" by Alex Carlson, 1927-1961 1 2 Correspondence 1931-1976 1 3 Correspondence, 1925-1930 Includes article by Waldemar Ager, "Tanker I Anledning Hundredaaret" (1925); membership lists (St. Paul, MN & Chicago). 1 4 Membership lists and notes, 1937-1971 1 5 "Kultur-Komite" and "Cultural Organizations” clippings, 1957 1 6 Anniversaries, 10th-40th, 1935, 1965 1 7 Anniversaries, 50th. Includes notes on 60th Anniversary, 1975, 1985 1 8 Programs, 1925-1990 1 9 Manuscripts, typescripts, etc, 1931-1952 Includes manuscripts and published articles by: Bee L. Faleide, "My Boy--That came to Dinner" (1952) and "Regn-Buen" (1952); manuscript by Valborg Ronne-Larsen, "His Christmas Gift," (n.d., 12 p, typescript); Poem by Anna Gunborg Anderson (1948, 2 p. typescript); "Onkel Ola!" by Ingeborg Iversen Duffy (n.d., 4 p. typescript) & "Shjalet" by Ingeborg Iversen Duffy (n.d., 3 p. typescript); "Christmas memories from Madagascar," (handwritten manuscript, 3 pages, no author, undated). 1 10 Typescript: "Sportsdilla: Komedie I tri akter" by Stein Blastad, undated 1 11 Clippings, 1926-1984 Includes "Juleminner fra Madagaskar," by Valborg Steen (n.d.); "Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson Og Kristen Tro" by Dr. Eivind Berggrav (1932). 1 12 P. Rolf Westnes papers, undated Poems, stories, biography of Eivind Walter Dahl.. 2 Audio cassette of the 60th anniversary gathering, 1985 2 Three bound volumes of financial records, 1930-1966 2 1 Library Records, undated 2 2 Scrapbook kept by Bertha Kobbeltvedt, 1968-1972 2 3 60th anniversary greetings and correspondence, 1985 3 1 Secretarial Records, 1899-1914 Includes letters, clippings, and articles. 3 2 Secretarial Records, 1932-1936 3 3 Secretarial Records, 1936-1938 3 4 Secretarial Records, 1938-1940 3 5 Secretarial Records, 1942-1957 3 6 Secretarial Records, 1958-1970 4 1 Correspondence and membership, 1970-1979 4 2 Forum yearbook, 1925 4 3 Forum yearbook, 1926 4 4 Forum yearbook, 1926 4 5 Forum yearbook, 1927 4 6 Forum yearbook, 1928 4 7 Letter regarding Ralph Freese, 1970-1979 Correspondence from Austen to Helen Fletre and 5 photographs. 4 8 Norden, 1928-1933 4 9 Poems clipped from newspapers, 1970-1976 4 10 Programs, Notes, etc., 1927-1976 Iincluding correspondence, notes, rubber stamps, and programs. 5 2 Miscellaneous, 1990-2011 Includes: Address of a John Aaberg, (2011); Obituary for Sigurd Olsen, an active member of the Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago, (2005); Obituary for Joseph Glen Aaberg, secretary of the Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago for many years, (1994); List of "De Lisa" members, (1995-1996); and Correspondence on the inactive status of the Society, (2011). 5 5 Scrapbook pages, 1982-1987 Includes: 287 pages of a scrapbook. 5 1 Correspondence, Members, History, and Songs, 1982-1987 Includes: Letter to Mr & Mrs Archie Andersen from Mrs. Lars Fletre, (1982); "A History of Det Literære Samfund: DeLiSa" By Helen Fletre (1986); Members list (1983); and Songs and Sheet music collected by Peder Rolf Westnes and Karen E. Westnes (1984). 5 3 John Aaberg photographs, 2011, undated 5 4 Scrapbook on DeLiSa, 1970-1981 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Finding aid to the Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0279 Title A name given to the resource Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago records, 1899-2011 Description An account of the resource Biography/History: Det Litterære Samfund, also known as the Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago (DeLiSa), was a cultural and literary organization established by Norwegian Americans in Chicago during the early twentieth century. Created within one of the largest Norwegian-American communities in the United States, the society served as a hub for preserving and promoting Norwegian language, literature, and cultural identity. Its activities included lectures, literary programs, and the publication of Norden, a journal featuring poetry, essays, and creative writing by Norwegian-American authors. Active primarily from the 1920s through the late twentieth century, DeLiSa provided a gathering place for immigrants and their descendants to engage with their heritage and foster community life in an urban immigrant setting. The organization’s records document its leadership, programs, membership, publications, and its role in sustaining Norwegian-American cultural expression in Chicago. Scope and Content: Papers of a literary society generally known as DeLiSa (Det Litteraere Samfund). Includes programs; clippings; secretarial, financial, and library records; manuscript volumes which were the genesis of the yearbook "Forum" (1925-1926) and the literary journal "Norden" (1928-1933) published by the society; as well as copies of the Forum and some scattered issues of "Norden." Location: 1/B/6-1/C/1 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1899-2011 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 2.0 cubic feet (5 archives boxes) Language A language of the resource English Norwegian Subject The topic of the resource Det Litterære Samfund Holberg, Ludvig Dahl, Eivind Walter Norwegian Literary Society Chicago (Ill.) Ibsen, Henrik Hakstad, Sigrid Torgersen Westnes, Peder Rolf Type The nature or genre of the resource Constitutions Manuscripts Pamphlets Records Correspondence Clippings Access Rights Information about who can access the resource or an indication of its security status. Access Rights may include information regarding access or restrictions based on privacy, security, or other policies. This collection is open to research. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. [Indicate the cited item here]. Norwegian Literary Society of Chicago Records. Norwegian American Historical Association, Northfield, Minnesota. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0280 Title A name given to the resource Norwegian clubs collection, 1869-1995 Description An account of the resource Brochures and programs of various Norwegian-American organizations in the United States; a volume of minutes, "The Norwegian Social Hour," Fergus Falls, Minnesota. See also Ralph Enger Papers, P 664, and Scanpresence II, P 919 for 5 folders of questionnaires on "Norwegian Special Interest Societies," and "The History of the Norwegian club of San Francisco," compiled and edited by Enger (1947). Includes: <ul><li>Minneapolis, Odin club. Includes program for "Norwegian Boy Scouts on Parade. Oslo Boy Scout Troop No. 31" (1936). 1903 1938</li> <li>Brochures and Programs. 1869-1996</li> <li>Nordmanns-Forbundet. 1988-1996</li> <li>Scandinavian Art Society of America. 1913-1920</li> <li>Volume of minutes, "The Norwegian Social Hour," Fergus Falls, Minnesota. 1913-1920</li> <li>Heimskringla (Urbana, Ill). 1995-1995</li> <li>Newspaper clippings and articles from 1808-1995</li> </ul> Location: 1/C/1 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1869-1995 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 0.4 cubic feet (1 archives box) Subject The topic of the resource Nelson, Marion J. Pioneer Home Scandinavian Art Society of America Norwegian Commercial Club Heimskringla Club Ensrud, E. Richard Luren Singing Society (Decorah, Iowa) Ygdrasil Literary Society Type The nature or genre of the resource Clippings Minutes Reports Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0281 Title A name given to the resource Norwegian-American newspapers collection, 1896-2018 Description An account of the resource Contains three article groups: articles by Iver Hain; a series titled "Den gamle Stogo" published in "Decorah Posten" by various authors: T.O. Tolo, D.G. Ristad, L.J. Njus, O.E. Rølvaag, G.T. Braatelien, Carl D. Kolset, J. Dørrum, Paul Knaplund, Kristian Bredeson, Torkel Oftelie, O.L. Kirkeberg, S.O. Møst, H.B. Hustvedt, Anna Granfor, O.H. Lien; and "De norske kvækere i Marshall County, Iowa" from series "Fra vore indvandreres liv." by Iver A. Hain. "En fremragende norsk-kanadisk pioneers levnetsløo," (Endre J. Kleven) by Knut Haddeland ("Visergutten," April 18, 1935). Includes: <ul><li>Clippings, Iver A. Hain. Includes: Translation, "From the Pioneer Period in Wisconsin: the first Norwegian Settlers in the town of York and the town of Adams, Green County, Wisconsin," by Iver A. Hain (1926);"De norske kvækere i Marshall County, Iowa" from series "Fra vore indvandreres liv." by Iver A. Hain; "En fremragende norsk-kanadisk pioneers levnetsløo," (Endre J. Kleven) by Knut Haddeland ("Visergutten," April 18, 1935). 1924-1926</li> <li>Clippings, "Den gamle stogo." 1925-1925</li> <li>Miscellaneous. Includes: Decorah Posten, (1896, 1924) Norrøna, (1944); Norse Tidende, (1933); Grand Forks Skandinav, (n.d.); Scandic America,n (1946); Norwegian-American Weekly, (2008); and Normanden, (1939). 1896-2008</li> <li>FPsalmodicon. Includes: added July 2007: newsletters (2008-2018); Added July 1, 2016: CD recording, “Psalmodikons: and Return to the Old Country Church” (2008), and songbook, "Music for Psalmodikon written in Sifferskrift" (2011, revised). 2008-2018</li> <li>Miscellaneous. Includes: Ugeblad publishing co., financial statements for year ended Dec. 31, 1931; . Added May 30, 2013: Odd S. Lovoll, keynote address "Migration and the Norwegian Ethnic Press, 1847-2010" (delivered at the NAHA-Norway Seminar, Decorah, Iowa, June 14-17, 2011); and Newspaper clipping, Vinland, "Norwegian-American Newspapers 1847-1973. (1973). 1931-2013</li> <li>"Norwegian-Americana Papers: 1847-1946" by O.M. Norlie. Includes: Three copies of Norwegian-Americana Papers: 1847-1946 by O.M. Norlie. (1946) 1946-1946</li> </ul> Location: 1/C/1 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1896-2018 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 0.4 cubic feet (1 archives box) Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspapers Clippings Language A language of the resource English Norwegian Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0283 Title A name given to the resource Nordisk Tidende local history clippings, 1924-1991 Description An account of the resource Pamphlets published by "Nordisk Tidende," including detailed facts about Brooklyn Norwegians as to homes, shops, income, clubs, churches, building trades, newspapers, etc. ncludes: Newsletter: Facts about Norwegians as workers, earners and spenders of American dollars. no. 1-11; Hvordan "Nordisk Tidende" blir til, with an appendix: an x-ray picture of a Norwegian-American colony. 31 p.; Facts about the Norwegian American colony in Brooklyn, N.Y.; published in connection with "Nordisk Tidende's" 50th anniversary. 32 p.; Introducing the third largest "Norwegian" city, metropolitan New-York. 31 p.; facts about "Nordisk Tidende," vol. 1 nos. l-4, June-Sept. 1930; "That letter home ... (from St.Olaf College) 1939 (by Oleanna, i.e., Norma (Arnesen) Knutson). 1 sheet; and clippings, including reprint of history published in "Symra," 1914, by P.S. Christensen. Location: 1/C/1 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1924-1991 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 1 folder Subject The topic of the resource Knutson, Norma Arnesen Christensen, P. S. Nordisk Tidende Type The nature or genre of the resource Clippings Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0284 Title A name given to the resource Norwegian National League or Minneapolis records, 1920-2002 Description An account of the resource Programs, reports, clippings, and brochures of an organization designed to coordinate common goals of Norwegian organizations not controlled by church, political parties, or corporations. Includes clippings and brochure about "Fællesreisen fra Norge" (1933, 1934, 1936, and 1937, sponsored by Nordmands-Forbundet and the Norwegian-American Line, including information about a "Norske Fest" sponsored by the Minneapolis Norwegian National League, 1933. Location: 1/C/1 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1920-2002 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 4 folders Subject The topic of the resource Fællesreisen fra Norge Nationalforbund Norske Nationalforbund Norwegian National League Type The nature or genre of the resource Reports Clippings Pamphlets Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Archival Collection Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context P0285 Title A name given to the resource Norway Letters, 1842-1998 Description An account of the resource An assortment of letters written in Norway to friends and family in the United States. Includes: <ul><li>Copy of a letter from Olea Lovise Tobiasdatter Føinum, (dated May 17, 1891) to her cousin, and a copy of an English translation; correspondence from Mrs. Martin Olson; correspondence to Andreas Lein from his mother, O. Valberg</li> <li>Letters (1842, 1844) written to Ole Larsen (Dodgeville, Wis.) by his father Lars Hansen Bjørge, Sande "Herred" Vestfold "fylke." ("Sandeboka, 1939, p. 420); Other correspondence, (1930, 1998)</li> <li>Letters donated by Carl F. Arneson</li> <li>Photocopy of letters written by C.C. Diesen to his son Axel Diesen in Minnesota.</li> </ul> See collection P1685: Norway-America letters Location: 1/C/1 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1842-1998 Extent The size or duration of the resource. 4 folders Subject The topic of the resource Anderson, Carl F. Føinum, Olea Lovise Tobiasdatter Kjelsberg, Claus Larsen, Ole Type The nature or genre of the resource Correspondence